Let’s face it, we all want to go fast. It’s one of those magical moments when the conditions are right and you feel like you’re flying along.

For the most part building momentum to be able to maintain your speed will be better achieved on flatter roads so look for a route that stays away from the elevation and, very importantly, off of busy roads that sometimes look enticing for those looking for all out speed.

Normally the sheer volume of traffic on these main roads is enough to tick the “don’t try this at home” box.

When focusing on your flatter routes you may notice a change in your position as you lower your body to become more aerodynamic.

It’s not uncommon to push a slightly larger gear too, using your glutes and lower back to really generate the power and get the gear going.

Concentrate on turning your legs over smoothly, keeping your upper body relaxed but stable. Whilst a time-trial bike can certainly bring advantages to your overall speed remember that the largest influence when it comes to aerodynamics is your body so it’s often more cost effective to try and hone your position first before raiding the piggy bank for the latest aero kit.

The unfortunate thing that most cyclists encounter in the UK are heavy or “dead” roads unlike the smooth tarmac in Europe that can easily have you zipping along a lot quicker than back home for the same effort.

Don’t despair, if you train on these roads all the time and the opportunity comes to ride in Euroland then you really will be shifting, and if you don’t get the chance to ride abroad you’ll be as strong as an ox so let’s make UK roads a win-win situation. Yeah?